The discussion about size 38 gained traction on social media after users began associating this number with a specific body type. On one side, comments emerged stating that anyone who wears this size could not be considered thin, reigniting a debate that goes beyond the measurements of a piece of clothing.
The conversation raised a common question: after all, can the size worn by a person tell us something about their weight, body composition, or even health? The experts' answer is no.
According to the article, the numbering of clothing follows commercial criteria and varies according to the brand, the cut, the fabric, and the style of the garment. Therefore, the same body can fit different sizes without any physical change having occurred.
Dr. Wandyk Allison explains that the size does not provide enough information for an adequate assessment of a person's health or body composition.
